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Question : Assertion A :-  Price level changes and the purchasing power of money are inversely related. A change in the price level makes analysis of financial statements of different accounting years invalid.

Reason R :- Accounting records ignore changes in the value of money.

In the context of the above two statements, which of the following is correct?

Option 1: Both Assertion A and reason R are correct but the reason R is not the correct explanation of Assertion A 

Option 2: Both Assertion A and reason R are correct but the reason R is the correct explanation of Assertion A 

Option 3: Both Assertion A is correct but the reason R is not correct

Option 4: Both Assertion A and reason R are not correct

Team Careers360 23rd Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Both Assertion A and reason R are correct but the reason R is the correct explanation of Assertion A 


Solution : Answer = Both Assertion A and reason R are correct but reason R is the correct explanation of Assertion A 

It may become invalid to compare financial accounts from various accounting years due to a shift in the level of prices. This is a result of accounting records failing to take changing currency values into account. Since accounting accounts are created at historical cost, changes in the worth of money are not taken into account.
Hence, the correct option is 2.

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Question : Accounting Standard (AS-3) has been made mandatory in respect of accounting periods commencing on or after 1st April 2001, for certain enterprises. These enterprises

Option 1: Enterprises whose equity or debt securities are listed on a recognised inventory exchange in India,

Option 2: All other commercial, industrial and business enterprises, whose turnover for the accounting period exceeds Rs. 50 Crores.

Option 3: Both 1 and 2

Option 4: None of the above.

Team Careers360 25th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Both 1 and 2


Solution : Answer = Both 1 and 2
AS-3 has been mandatory for Enterprises whose equity or debt securities are listed on a recognised inventory exchange in India, and All other commercial, industrial and business enterprises, whose turnover for the accounting period exceeds Rs. 50 Crores.
Hence, the correct option is 3.

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Question :  The principles of management are:

Option 1: Fixed and unchangeable
 

Option 2: Universal and flexible
   

Option 3: Specific to each organization

    

Option 4: Derived from accounting principles

Team Careers360 21st Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Universal and flexible
   


Solution : The correct answer is (b) Universal and flexible

The principles of management are considered universal in the sense that they are applicable to various organizations and industries. While the specific application of management principles may vary based on the context and organizational needs, the fundamental principles remain relevant across different settings. These principles provide a framework and guidelines for effective management practices, such as planning, organizing, leading, and controlling.

Furthermore, the principles of management are also flexible, meaning they can be adapted and customized to suit the unique requirements and challenges of each organization. Managers can apply and modify these principles based on the specific circumstances, goals, and resources of their organization.

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Question : What are the factors to be considered while source accounting software?

Option 1: Flexibility

Option 2: Adaptability

Option 3: Interest of Management

Option 4: Both 1 & 2

Team Careers360 25th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Both 1 & 2


Solution : The things to think about when choosing an accounting software supplier.
Flexibility.

Adaptability.

the price of installation and upkeep.

a company's size.

level of secrecy.

Hence the correct answer is option 4.

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Question : ---------------may be expressed as an arithmetical relationship between two accounting variables.

Option 1: Ratio 
 

Option 2: Accounting ratio

Option 3: Ratio Analysis

 

Option 4: None of the above 

Team Careers360 23rd Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Accounting ratio


Solution : Answer = Accounting ratio

The accounting ratio may be expressed as an arithmetical relationship between two accounting variables. The term accounting ratio is used to describe significant relationships which exist between figures shown in a Balance Sheet, in a Statement of Profit and Loss, in a budgetary control system.
Hence, the correct option is 2.

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Question : ____________ shows the financial performance, i.e., the result of business operations during an accounting period and is also known as an Income Statement.

Option 1: Profit and loss account

Option 2: Balance sheet 

Option 3: Manufacturing account

Option 4: None of the above

Team Careers360 22nd Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Profit and loss account


Solution : Answer = Profit and loss account

The Profit and Loss Account, also known as the Income Statement, summarizes a company's financial performance over a specific period by detailing revenues, expenses, gains, and losses. It provides insights into the profitability of the business operations during that accounting period.
Hence, the correct option is 1.

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Question :

Which among these, cannot be treated as limitation of computerised accounting system?

Option 1: Security breach

Option 2: Staff opposition

Option 3: Automated document production

Option 4: Cost of training

Team Careers360 20th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Automated document production


Solution : A computerised accounting system has the following drawbacks:
Expensive training.
Interruptions in service.
Systems failure
Expensive installation fees.
Failure to recognise unexpected mistakes
Security breach

Hence the correct answer is option 3.

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Question : Under a manual accounting system, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division are done _________.

Option 1: manually

Option 2: through computers

Option 3: Through electronic media

Option 4: All of the above

Team Careers360 21st Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: manually


Solution : The manual system of accounting calls for manual adding, subtracting, and totaling as well as the recording of transactions in the original entry books. Hence, the correct option is 1.

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